Relief General Services Operator - Days

Lesaffre North America; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401k with match

11 paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Life insurance

Job summary

Lesaffre North America in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Relief General Services Operator to load and unload yeast products, supply materials, and keep the plant clean and safe. The role covers rotating shifts and cross-training across departments, with duties including inventory support, paperwork, and assisting production as needed.

We offer a safety-first culture with competitive benefits and opportunities to grow within a global fermentation company that serves baking, nutrition, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Understanding of valves, pumps, pipes, vessels, and batch creation.
• Able to operate cleaning equipment (vacuum, mop, floor scrubber).
• Able to operate forklift.
• Able to prioritize and organize tasks.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Computer proficiency preferred.
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision.
• Well organized and multi-task oriented.

Responsibilities

• Load out crumbled, block, or nutritional yeast trucks.
• Supply plant departments with raw materials and packaging.
• Maintain plant cleanliness and warehouse order.
• Unload trucks or rail cars as scheduled.
• Document unloading per written procedures.
• Cross-train into other departments.
• Assist in inventory control and verify railcar quantities.
• Perform routine cleaning per schedule.
• Cover shifts as needed on rotating schedule.
• Special projects as directed by supervisors.

Skills

Forklift operation

Communication skills

Time management

Organization

Basic computer skills

Safety awareness

Valves & pumps

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Floor scrubber

Job description

RSYC Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids, IA 54204, USA

Description

Who we are:

Lesaffre is a key global player in the fermentation of microorganisms (yeasts and bacteria) for baking, taste, healthcare and industrial biotechnology. This story began more than 170 years ago in northern France, and, thanks to our pioneer spirit and our innovative approach, we are constantly developing.

Lesaffre’s global presence includes 11,000 employees from 96 nationalities and a 3-billion euro turnover. We work with customers, partners and researchers to develop essential nutrients and bio actives that strengthen human health, optimize animal well-being and improve plant nutrition.

This role is within our Red Star Yeast team. Red Star delivers a range of high-performing yeast and related products that empower bakers and food manufacturers to create consistent, flavorful, and high-quality baked goods. Backed by Lesaffre and Archer Daniels Midland and supported by modern manufacturing facilities in Cedar Rapids, IA and Dothan, AL, our team blends global expertise with local reliability to bring trusted, innovative yeast solutions to the U.S. and Canadian markets.

What we offer:

• Day one healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
• 401k with 4% match & additional discretionary employer contribution
• 11 paid holidays
• 80 hours of vacation time and 48 hours of sick time annually
• Life insurance, AD&D, Employee Assistance Program, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and more!

What you bring to the table:

The primary purpose of this position is to load out crumbled, block, or nutritional yeast trucks, supply departments with materials, maintain plant cleanliness, and unload trucks or rail cars as scheduled. As the relief operator, shifts and schedules may change to accommodate department needs and fill in for other operators. The relief operator is to have an understanding of all jobs in the General Services department. When not covering, this role follows a rotating schedule. Week 1 working hours are Tues-Fri from 6a-2p and Sun from 6a-12p. Week 2 working hours are Mon, Tues, Wed, and Fri from 6a-4p.

What you’ll do as a Relief General Services Operator:

• Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to Lesaffre's safety-first culture by strictly following all safety protocols and participating in required safety programs
• Prepare crumbled, block or nutritional yeast for shipment, load the trailers as per loading procedure, and fill out the loading paperwork.
• Supply plant departments with necessary raw materials and packaging items
• Perform routine and non-routine cleaning inside and outside the facility as required by the department master cleaning schedule and/or the General Service Supervisor or Lead Operator.
• Maintain the warehouse and cooler keeping each location clean and orderly.
• Document, inspect and unload materials as per written procedures.
• Assist other departments with cleaning or production functions.
• Convert anhydrous ammonia to Aqua ammonia.
• Convert bulk products to liquid solutions to be used in the plant.
• Hook up and unload railcars, as per written procedures.
• Assist in inventory control by monitoring levels.
• Maintain control sheets documenting unloading of all bulk items.
• Verify quantity of items on railcar; verify car is empty to return to RR.
• Cross train into other departments.
• Special projects directed by General Services Supervisor, Maintenance Manager, or Plant Manager.
• Other duties as assigned

Required qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Understanding of valves, pumps, pipes, vessels, and batch creation preferred
• Requires ability to operate cleaning equipment and supplies such as vacuum, mop, and floor scrubber
• Requires ability to operate forklift
• Requires ability to prioritize and organize tasks, and follow through to ensure completion of assignments
• Communication skills and customer service skills needed in relationships with others inside the company
• Computer proficiency is preferred
• Ability to work under minimal supervision is required
• Well organized and able to manage multiple tasks and follow through on them

Lesaffre provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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